Non-Competition Agreement

Non-Competition Agreement

This Non-Competition Agreement is made on [AGREEMENT DATE] (the "Effective Date") between [PARTY A NAME], [whose principal place of residence is at / a[CORPORATE JURISDICTION] corporation with its principal place of business at [PARTY A ADDRESS]] (the "[PARTY A ABBREVIATION]") and [PARTY B NAME], [whose principal place of residence is at / a [CORPORATE JURISDICTION] corporation with its principal place of business at][PARTY B ADDRESS]] (the "[PARTY B ABBREVIATION]").

(The capitalized terms used in this agreement, in addition to those above, are defined in section [DEFINITIONS].)

Definitions

"Effective Date" is defined in the introduction to this agreement.

"Employment Agreement" means the employment agreement between the parties, dated [EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT DATE], attached to this agreement as [ATTACHMENT].

"Governmental Authority" means

(a) any federal, state, local, or foreign government, and any political subdivision of any of them,

(b) any agency or instrumentality of any such government or political subdivision,

(c) any self-regulated organization or other non-governmental regulatory authority or quasi-governmental authority (to the extent that its rules, regulations or orders have the force of law), and

(d) any arbitrator, court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction.

"Law" means

(a) any law (including the common law), statute, bylaw, rule, regulation, ordinance, treaty, decree, judgment, and

(b) any official directive, protocol, code, guideline, notice, approval, policy, or other requirement of any Governmental Authority having the force of law.

"Non-Competition Period" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Non-Solicitation Period" is defined in section [NON-SOLICITATION].

"Order" means any decision, order, judgment, award, or similar order of any court of competent jurisdiction, arbitration panel, or Governmental Authority with jurisdiction over the subject matter, whether preliminary or final.

"Restricted Activity" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Restricted Business" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Restricted Territory" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Term" is defined in section [TERM].

Non-Competition

No Restricted Activity. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED INVESTMENTS] directly below, during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-COMPETITION PERIOD TERM] after termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Competition Period"), [PARTY B] will not, directly or indirectly, engage in any Restricted Activity within the Restricted Territory.

Permitted Investments. [PARTY B] may participate as a passive investor, holding up to [PASSIVE INVESTMENT PERCENT]% of publicly-traded equity securities of an entity engaged in the Restricted Business.

Definitions

Restricted Activity. "Restricted Activity" means,

employing or providing any services [or serving as an officer, director, partner, principal, employee, agent, representative, consultant, or independent contractor, or providing any assistance,] to a Restricted Business,

owning or owning any interest in, financing, operating, managing, or controlling a Restricted Business, or any Person, firm, corporation, or business related to a Restricted Business,

conducting any business the same or similar to [PARTY A]'s business, and

conducting any business [for the party's own account] with a Restricted Business.

Non-Solicitation of Employees. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), [PARTY B] will not directly or indirectly, on [PARTY B]'s own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave [PARTY A].

Former Employees. [PARTY B] may employ any former officer, director, or employee of [PARTY A] whose employment with[PARTY A] has terminated.

Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees and Customers. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS AND BUSINESS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), [PARTY B] will not directly or indirectly, on [PARTY B]'s own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity

induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave [PARTY A], or

solicit or accept, or attempt to solicit or accept, the business of any customer, consultant, or patron of [PARTY A].

Permitted Hirings and Business

Voluntary Contacts. [PARTY B] may employ or accept the business of [PARTY A]'s officers, directors, employees, customers, consultants, or patrons who contact [PARTY B]ontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by [PARTY B].

Former Employees. [PARTY B] may employ any former officer, director, or employee of [PARTY A] whose employment with[PARTY A] has terminated.

FormerCustomers. [PARTY B] may do business with any former customer, consultant, or patron of [PARTY A] who no longer does business with [PARTY A].

Mutual Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees and Customers. During the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), neither party will directly or indirectly, on its own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity

induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave the other party, or

solicit or accept, or attempt to solicit or accept, the business of any customer, consultant, or patron of the other party.

Permitted Hirings and Business

Voluntary Contacts. Each party may employ or accept the business of the other party's officers, directors, employees, customers, consultants, or patrons who contact the partyontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by the party.

Former Employees. Each party may employ any former officer, director, or employee of the other party whose employment with the other party has terminated.

FormerCustomers. Each party may do business with any former customer, consultant, or patron of the other party who no longer does business with the other party.

Mutual Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), neither party will directly or indirectly, on its own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave the other party.

Permitted Hirings

Voluntary Contacts. Each party may employ the other party's officers, directors, or employees who contact the partyontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by the party.

Former Employees. Each party may employ any former officer, director, or employee of the other party whose employment with the other party has terminated.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. [PARTY B] may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose], except to the extent allowed under paragraphs [PERMITTED DISCLOSURE] and [REQUIRED DISCLOSURE].

if and to the extent that [PARTY A] consents in writing to such disclosure, or

to the [PARTY B]'s officers, directors, employees, Affiliates, or Representatives who

need to know the Confidential Information in connection with the Purpose,

have been informed ofthe confidentiality obligations of this agreement, and

agree comply with the confidentiality obligations of this agreement.

Required Disclosure. [PARTY B] may disclose Confidential Information if it is required to do so by Law but only if [PARTY B]

gives [PARTY A] Notice to allow it a reasonable opportunity to either seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy or waive the recipient's compliance with the confidentiality obligations,

reasonably cooperates with [PARTY A] in its reasonable efforts to obtain a protective order or other appropriate remedy,

discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that, having consulted with its counsel, it is legally required to disclose, and

uses reasonable efforts to obtain reliable written assurance from the third party that the Confidential Information will be kept confidential.

Standard of Care. In protecting the Confidential Information, [PARTY B] shall exercise at least the same degree of care as it uses with its own Confidential Information, but in no event less than reasonable care.

Burden of Proof. [PARTY B] will have the burden of proof relating to all exceptions to the definition of Confidential Information.

No Copies. [PARTY B] may not copy, record, or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information.

No Modification of Confidential Information. [PARTY B] will not copy, decompile, modify, reverse engineer, or create derivative works out of any Confidential Information without [PARTY A]'s written consent.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. A receiving party may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent allowed under paragraphs [PERMITTED DISCLOSURE] and [REQUIRED DISCLOSURE].

Permitted Disclosure. A receiving party may disclose Confidential Information to its Representatives

if and to the extent that the disclosing party consents in writing to such disclosure, or

to the receiving party's officers, directors, employees, Affiliates, or Representatives who

need to know the Confidential Information in connection with the Purpose,

have been informed ofthe confidentiality obligations of this agreement, and

agree comply with the confidentiality obligations of this agreement.

Required Disclosure. The receiving party may disclose Confidential Information if it is required to do so by Law but only if the receiving party

gives the disclosing party Notice to allow it a reasonable opportunity to either seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy or waive the recipient's compliance with the confidentiality obligations,

reasonably cooperates with the disclosing party in its reasonable efforts to obtain a protective order or other appropriate remedy,

discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that, having consulted with its counsel, it is legally required to disclose, and

uses reasonable efforts to obtain reliable written assurance from the third party that the Confidential Information will be kept confidential.

Standard of Care. In protecting the Confidential Information, the receiving party shall exercise at least the same degree of care as it uses with its own Confidential Information, but in no event less than reasonable care.

Burden of Proof. The receiving party will have the burden of proof relating to all exceptions to the definition of Confidential Information.

No Copies. A receiving party may not copy, record, or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information.

No Modification of Confidential Information. The receiving party will not copy, decompile, modify, reverse engineer, or create derivative works out of any Confidential Information without the disclosing party's written consent.

Confidentiality Obligations. The parties shall continue to be bound by the terms of the non-disclosure agreement between the parties, dated [DATE] and attached to this agreement on [ATTACHMENT].

Non-Disclosure of Agreement. Neither party will disclose the terms or existence of this agreement to any third party, unless the other party gives written consent to the disclosure.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. A receiving party may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent

permitted by this agreement

the disclosing party consents to in writing, or

required by Law.

Notice. A receiving party shall notify the disclosing party if it

is required by Law to disclose any Confidential Information, or

learns of any unauthorized disclosure of Confidential Information.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. [PARTY B] may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent

permitted by this agreement,

[PARTY A] consents to in writing, or

required by Law.

Notice. [PARTY B] shall notify [PARTY A] if it

is required by Law to disclose any Confidential Information, or

learns of any unauthorized disclosure of Confidential Information.

1. Consideration. [PARTY NAME] expressly acknowledges that the obligations of this Agreement are supported by good and adequate consideration.

1. Consideration. [PARTY NAME] acknowledges that the obligations of this Agreement are supported by the consideration provided under the [Severance Agreement].

Consideration. [PARTY B] hereby acknowledges that their obligations under this agreement are supported by and in consideration for the salary, benefits, and other amounts [PARTY A] is obligated to provide [PARTY B] under the Employment Agreement.

1. Consideration. In consideration of the commitments and obligations made by [PARTY NAME], [COMPANY NAME] agrees to pay to [PARTY NAME] a payment in the amount of [CASH CONSIDERATION AMOUNT][,payable in [NUMBER OF INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS] equal [PERIOD OF INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS] installments].

Termination for Cause. Upon Covered Entity's knowledge of a violation of a term of this Agreement by Business Associate, Covered Entity shall provide an opportunity for Business Associate to cure or end the violation. Covered Entity may terminate this Agreement if Business Associate does not cure or end the violation within the time specified by Covered Entity.

Term. This agreement will begin on the Effective Date and continue until the end of the [UNDERLYING AGREEMENT] (the "Term").

Extension of Time. If a court of competent jurisdiction determines that [PARTY B] has violated the non-competition obligations under this agreement, the Term will be extended by the number of days equal to the total number of days during which [PARTY B] was violating the non-competition obligations, rounded up to the nearest whole day.

Representations

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties according to its terms.

No Restrictions. [Except as disclosed in their respective disclosure schedule,] neither party is under any restriction or obligation that would affect the performance of their obligations under this agreement.

No Conflicts. [Except as disclosed in their respective disclosure schedule, ]Neither party's execution, delivery, and performance of this agreement will not result in its violation or breach of, or conflict with any

provision of its articles of incorporation or bylaws,

applicable Law or Order, or

other [Material Contract / agreement] it is a party to.

Mutual Representations

Existence. The parties are corporations incorporated and existing under the laws of the jurisdictions of their respective incorporation.

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have duly executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties in accordance with its terms.

No Conflicts. Neither party is under any restriction or obligation that may affect the performance of its obligations under this agreement.

Mutual Representations

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties according to its terms.

No Conflicts. Neither party is under any restriction or obligation that may affect the performance of its obligations under this agreement.

Survival of RepresentationsEach party's representations made under this agreement will survive the expiration or termination of this agreement[ for a period of [REPRESENTATION SURVIVAL PERIOD] months].

1. Acknowledgements

1.1. Extent of [PARTY]'s Obligations. Except for the terms of section 3.2 (Permitted investments), [PARTY] 's obligations under this agreement extend to any actions carried out on his or her own behalf or on behalf of or in connection with any other Person, directly or indirectly, in any capacity and in any part of the Restricted Territory.

1.2. Reasonableness of Restrictions. [PARTY] acknowledges that the restrictions contained in this agreement are (a) fair and reasonable in scope and duration, (b) necessary to protect the Company's legitimate business interests, and (c) a material inducement to the Company to enter into [this agreement/TRANSACTION AGREEMENT]. Accordingly, [PARTY] waives all defences to the Company's strict enforcement of his or her obligations under this agreement.

1.3. Enforcement of Restrictions. If any restriction imposed under this agreement is in any jurisdiction held to be excessively broad, that restriction will be interpreted, in that jurisdiction, by limiting the particular term so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable Law in that jurisdiction.

Reasonableness of Restrictions

[PARTY B]'s Acknowledgements. [PARTY B] hereby acknowledges that the restrictions contained in this agreement are

Equitable Relief. The parties acknowledge that if either party violates the specific obligations of this agreement, it could lead the other party to suffer irreparable harm, that is, harm for which monetary damages would be an inadequate remedy. Further, the parties acknowledge that if in order to obtain [TYPE OF EQUITABLE RELIEF REQUESTED] the injured party was required to prove irreparable harm, the delay needed to prove irreparable harm could increase the harm the injured party would suffer. Therefore, parties intend that if either party violates the specific obligations of this agreement, then for the purposes of determining whether to grant equitable relief any court should assume that that violation would cause injured party irreparable harm.

Equitable Relief

Acknowledgment of Irreparable Harm. The parties acknowledge that breach or threatened breach of any of the obligations in this agreement would result in irreparable harm to the non-breaching party that cannot be adequately relieved solely by monetary damages.

Intent to Allow for EquitableRemedies.Accordingly, the parties intend, and hereby agree that after such breach, the non-breaching party may request from a court any applicable equitable remedies, including injunctive relief, without the need to post any security.

Equitable Relief

Acknowledgment of Irreparable Harm. Each party acknowledges that their breach or threatened breach of their obligations under sections [CONFIDENTIALITY], [NON-COMPETITION], and [NON-SOLICITATION][INCLUDE OTHER SPECIFIC OBLIGATIONS] would result in irreparable harm to the other party that cannot be adequately relieved by money damages alone.

Intent to Allow for EquitableRemedies.Accordingly, the parties hereby acknowledge their mutual intent that after any breach of the obligations listed in the paragraph directly above, the non-breaching party may request any applicable equitable remedies from a court, including injunctive relief, without the need for that party to post any security.

General Provisions

Entire Agreement. The parties intend that this agreement, together with all attachments, schedules, exhibits, and other documents that both are referenced in this agreement and refer to this agreement,

represent the final expression of the parties' intent and agreement between the parties relating to the subject matter of this agreement,

contain all the terms the parties agreed to relating to the subject matter, and

replace all the parties' previous discussions, understandings, and agreements relating to the subject matter.

Counterparts. This agreement

may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original and all of which taken together form one single document, and

shall become effective when one or more counterparts have been signed by each of the parties and delivered to the other party.

Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original and all of which taken together form one single document. Signatures delivered by email in PDF format or facsimile shall be effective.

Counterparts

Signed in Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts.

All Counterparts Original. Each counterpart is an original.

Counterparts Form One Document. Together, all counterparts form one single document.

Provide Assurances On Notice. Each party, on receipt of notice from the other party, shall sign, or cause to be signed, all further documents, do, or cause to be done, all further acts, and provide all assurances as may reasonably be necessary or desirable to give effect to the terms of this agreement.

Amendment. [PARTY A] may amend the terms and conditions of this agreement at any time by reasonable notice, including without limitation by posting revised terms on its website at the URL [URL].

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed by the party against whom the amendment is to be enforced.

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed by [TITLE OR POSITION OF AUTHORIZED INDIVIDUAL] of each party.

Amendment

Before the Effective Time. Before the Effective Time, this agreement may be amended by either the Parent Board of Directors or Company Board of Directors.

After the Effective Time. After the Effective Time, this agreement may only be amended by the Parent Board of Directors or Company Board of Directors with the prior written approval by the Company Shareholders, if such approval is required by the [APPLICABLE STATUTE].

Method of Amendment. This agreement can be amended only by a written instrument signed on behalf of both parties.

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by written consent of the Company and Stockhoolders of at least [66%] of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. Any consent will only be effective in the specific instance and purpose for which it was given and shall not constitute continuing consent.

Amendment.This agreement can be amended only by a writing signed by both parties.

Waiver

Affirmative Waivers. Neither party's failure or neglect to enforce any of rights under this agreement will be deemed to be a waiver of that party's rights.

Written Waivers. A waiver or extension is only effective if it is in writing and signed by the party granting it.

No General Waivers. A party's failure or neglect to enforce any of its rights under this agreement will not be deemed to be a waiver of that or any other of its rights.

No Course of Dealing. No single or partial exercise of any right or remedy will preclude any other or further exercise of any right or remedy.

Notices

Method of Notice. The parties shall give all notices and communications between the parties in writing by (i) personal delivery, (ii) a nationally-recognized, next-day courier service, (iii) first-class registered or certified mail, postage prepaid[, (iv) fax][ or (v) electronic mail] to the party's address specified in this agreement, or to the address that a party has notified to be that party's address for the purposes of this section.

Receipt of Notice. A notice given under this agreement will be effective on

the other party's receipt of it, or

if mailed, on the earlier of the other party's receipt of it and the [fifth] Business Day after mailing it.

Assignment

[PARTY B] Requires [PARTY A]'s Consent. [PARTY B] may not assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement without [PARTY A]'s written consent.

[PARTY A] May Give Notice to Assign. [PARTY A] may assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement, by giving [PARTY B] notice.

Assignment.[PARTY B] may not assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement without [PARTY A]'s prior written consent. [PARTY A] may assign this agreement or any of its rights and obligations under this agreement, effective upon Notice to [PARTY B],

to any subsidiary or affiliate, or

in connection with any sale, transfer, or other disposition of all or substantially all of its business or assets but only if the assignee assumes all of [PARTY A]'s obligations.

Assignment. Neither party may assign this agreement or any of their rights or obligations under this agreement without the other party's written consent.

Assignment and Successors

Assignment. Neither party may assign this agreement or any of their rights or obligations under this agreement without the prior written consent of the other party.

Successors. This agreement benefits and binds the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted assigns.

Binding Effect. This [agreement /plan] will benefit and bind the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted assigns.

Governing Law.

Applicable Law. This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws in force in:

the State of California, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in the United States, Canada, or Mexico; or

Japan, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in Japan, China, Korea, or other Southeast Asian country where all official languages are written in either an ideographic script (e.g., hanzi, kanji, or hanja), and/or other script based upon or similar in structure to an ideographic script, such as hangul or kana; or

England, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in any jurisdiction not described above.

Jurisdiction. The respective courts of Santa Clara County, California when California law applies, Tokyo District Court in Japan, when Japanese law applies, and the competent courts of London, England, when the law of England applies, shall each have non-exclusive jurisdiction over all disputes relating to this agreement.

United Nations Convention on Contracts. This agreement will not be governed by the conflict of law rules of any jurisdiction or the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, the application of which is expressly excluded.

Governing Law and Consent to Jurisdiction and Venue

Governing Law. This agreement, and any dispute arising out of the [SUBJECT MATTER OF THE AGREEMENT], shall be governed by laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE].

Consent to Jurisdiction. Each party hereby irrevocably consents to the [exclusive, non-exclusive] jurisdiction and venue of any [state or federal] court located within [VENUE COUNTY] County, State of [VENUE STATE] in connection with any matter arising out of this [agreement / plan] or the transactions contemplated under this [agreement / plan].

Consent to Service. Each party hereby irrevocably

agrees that process may be served on it in any manner authorized by the Laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE] for such Persons, and

waives any objection which it might otherwise have to service of process under the Laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE].

Governing Law. This agreement shall be governed, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE], without regard to its conflict of laws rules.

Waiver of Jury Trial. Each party hereby irrevocably waives its rights to trial by jury in any Action or proceeding arising out of this agreement or the transactions relating to its subject matter.

Severability. If any part of this [agreement /plan] is declared unenforceable or invalid, the remainder will continue to be valid and enforceable.

Attorney Fees. In the event of any action arising out of or relating to this agreement, [PARTY A] shall bear all expenses, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in connection with such action.

Attorney Fees. In the event of any action arising out of or relating to this agreement, each party shall bear its own expenses, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in connection with such action.

Attorney Fees. If either party brings an Action to enforce their rights under this agreement, the prevailing party may recover its expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) incurred in connection with the Action and any appeal from the losing party.

Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. [PARTY B] acknowledges that it

has read this agreement,

understands its terms,

has had the opportunity to consult[ and has consulted] with independent legal counsel, and

has signed this agreement voluntarily.

Advice of Counsel. [PARTY A] has advised [PARTY B] to review this agreement with an attorney of its choosing before signing this agreement, and [PARTY B] has had a reasonable period of time to do so.

Acknowledgement of Terms. Each party acknowledges that they

have read this agreement,

understand the terms of this agreement,

have had the opportunity to consult[ and has consulted] with independent legal counsel in connection with this agreement, and

have signed this agreement voluntarily.

1. Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. Before signing this agreement, the [PARTY B]

(a) has been given[ a reasonable opportunity / the opportunity, for no less than [21] days,] to consider its terms,

(b) has carefully read and fully understands all its terms,

(c) has been advised by the [PARTY A], and has been given ample opportunity, to consult with an attorney of his or her choosing regarding this agreement, and

(d) knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms of this agreement, without any duress, coercion, or undue influence by the [PARTY A], its representatives, or any other Person, and agrees to be legally bound by those terms.

Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. Before signing this agreement, [PARTY B]

has been given[ a reasonable opportunity / the opportunity, for no less than [21] days,] to consider its terms,

has carefully read and fully understands all its terms,

has been advised by[PARTY A], and has been given ample opportunity, to consult with an attorney of his or her choosing regarding this agreement, and

knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms of this agreement, without any duress, coercion, or undue influence by [PARTY A], its representatives, or any other Person, and agrees to be legally bound by those terms.

Interpretation. Each party has had adequate opportunity to review this agreement. Any interpretation of this agreement shall be made without regard to authorship or negotiation.

Interpretation

References to Specific Terms

Accounting Principles. Unless otherwise specified, where the character or amount of any asset or liability, item of revenue, or expense is required to be determined, or any consolidation or other accounting computation is required to be made, that determination or calculation will be made in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles defined by the professional accounting industry in effect in the United States ("GAAP").

Currency. Unless otherwise specified, all dollar amounts expressed in this agreement refer to American currency.

"Including." Where this agreement uses the word "including," it means "including without limitation," and where it uses the word "includes," it means "includes without limitation."

"Knowledge." Where any representation, warranty, or other statement in this agreement, or in any other document entered into or delivered under this agreement,] is expressed by a party to be "to its knowledge," or is otherwise expressed to be limited in scope to facts or matters known to the party or of which the party is aware, it means:

the then-current, actual knowledge of the directors and officers of that party, and

the knowledge that would or should have come to the attention of any of them had they investigated the facts related to that statement and made reasonable inquiries of other individuals reasonably likely to have knowledge of facts related to that statement.

Statutes, etc. Unless specified otherwise, any reference in this agreement to a statute includes the rules, regulations, and policies made under that statute and any provision that amends, supplements, supersedes, or replaces that statute or those rules or policies.

Number and Gender. Unless the context requires otherwise, words importing the singular number include the plural and vice versa; words importing gender include all genders.

Headings. The headings used in this agreement and its division into sections, schedules, exhibits, appendices, and other subdivisions do not affect its interpretation.

Internal References. References in this agreement to sections and other subdivisions are to those parts of this agreement.

Calculation of Time. In this agreement, a period of days begins on the first day after the event that began the period and ends at 5:00 p.m. [TIME ZONE] Time on the last day of the period. If any period of time is to expire, or any action or event is to occur, on a day that is not a Business Day, the period expires, or the action or event is considered to occur, at 5:00 p.m. [TIME ZONE] Time on the next Business Day.

Construction of Terms. The parties have each participated in settling the terms of this agreement. Any rule of legal interpretation to the effect that any ambiguity is to be resolved against the drafting party will not apply in interpreting this agreement.

Conflict of Terms. If there is any inconsistency between the terms of this agreement and those in any schedule to this agreement or in any document entered into under this agreement, the terms of [this agreement/[SPECIFIED AGREEMENTS]] will prevail. The parties shall take all necessary steps to conform the inconsistent terms to the terms of [this agreement / [SPECIFIED AGREEMENTS].

This agreement has been signed by the parties.

[PARTY A NAME]

Name: [PARTY A SIGNATORY NAME]

Title: [PARTY A SIGNATORY TITLE]

[PARTY B NAME]

Name: [PARTY B SIGNATORY NAME]

Title: [PARTY B SIGNATORY TITLE]

Non-Competition Agreement

This Non-Competition Agreement is made on [AGREEMENT DATE] (the "Effective Date") between [PARTY A NAME], [whose principal place of residence is at / a[CORPORATE JURISDICTION] corporation with its principal place of business at [PARTY A ADDRESS]] (the "[PARTY A ABBREVIATION]") and [PARTY B NAME], [whose principal place of residence is at / a [CORPORATE JURISDICTION] corporation with its principal place of business at][PARTY B ADDRESS]] (the "[PARTY B ABBREVIATION]").

(The capitalized terms used in this agreement, in addition to those above, are defined in section [DEFINITIONS].)

Definitions

"Effective Date" is defined in the introduction to this agreement.

"Employment Agreement" means the employment agreement between the parties, dated [EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT DATE], attached to this agreement as [ATTACHMENT].

"Governmental Authority" means

(a) any federal, state, local, or foreign government, and any political subdivision of any of them,

(b) any agency or instrumentality of any such government or political subdivision,

(c) any self-regulated organization or other non-governmental regulatory authority or quasi-governmental authority (to the extent that its rules, regulations or orders have the force of law), and

(d) any arbitrator, court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction.

"Law" means

(a) any law (including the common law), statute, bylaw, rule, regulation, ordinance, treaty, decree, judgment, and

(b) any official directive, protocol, code, guideline, notice, approval, policy, or other requirement of any Governmental Authority having the force of law.

"Non-Competition Period" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Non-Solicitation Period" is defined in section [NON-SOLICITATION].

"Order" means any decision, order, judgment, award, or similar order of any court of competent jurisdiction, arbitration panel, or Governmental Authority with jurisdiction over the subject matter, whether preliminary or final.

"Restricted Activity" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Restricted Business" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Restricted Territory" is defined in section [NON-COMPETITION].

"Term" is defined in section [TERM].

Non-Competition

No Restricted Activity. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED INVESTMENTS] directly below, during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-COMPETITION PERIOD TERM] after termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Competition Period"), [PARTY B] will not, directly or indirectly, engage in any Restricted Activity within the Restricted Territory.

Permitted Investments. [PARTY B] may participate as a passive investor, holding up to [PASSIVE INVESTMENT PERCENT]% of publicly-traded equity securities of an entity engaged in the Restricted Business.

Definitions

Restricted Activity. "Restricted Activity" means,

employing or providing any services [or serving as an officer, director, partner, principal, employee, agent, representative, consultant, or independent contractor, or providing any assistance,] to a Restricted Business,

owning or owning any interest in, financing, operating, managing, or controlling a Restricted Business, or any Person, firm, corporation, or business related to a Restricted Business,

conducting any business the same or similar to [PARTY A]'s business, and

conducting any business [for the party's own account] with a Restricted Business.

Non-Solicitation of Employees. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), [PARTY B] will not directly or indirectly, on [PARTY B]'s own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave [PARTY A].

Former Employees. [PARTY B] may employ any former officer, director, or employee of [PARTY A] whose employment with[PARTY A] has terminated.

Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees and Customers. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS AND BUSINESS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), [PARTY B] will not directly or indirectly, on [PARTY B]'s own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity

induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave [PARTY A], or

solicit or accept, or attempt to solicit or accept, the business of any customer, consultant, or patron of [PARTY A].

Permitted Hirings and Business

Voluntary Contacts. [PARTY B] may employ or accept the business of [PARTY A]'s officers, directors, employees, customers, consultants, or patrons who contact [PARTY B]ontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by [PARTY B].

Former Employees. [PARTY B] may employ any former officer, director, or employee of [PARTY A] whose employment with[PARTY A] has terminated.

FormerCustomers. [PARTY B] may do business with any former customer, consultant, or patron of [PARTY A] who no longer does business with [PARTY A].

Mutual Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees and Customers. During the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), neither party will directly or indirectly, on its own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity

induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave the other party, or

solicit or accept, or attempt to solicit or accept, the business of any customer, consultant, or patron of the other party.

Permitted Hirings and Business

Voluntary Contacts. Each party may employ or accept the business of the other party's officers, directors, employees, customers, consultants, or patrons who contact the partyontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by the party.

Former Employees. Each party may employ any former officer, director, or employee of the other party whose employment with the other party has terminated.

FormerCustomers. Each party may do business with any former customer, consultant, or patron of the other party who no longer does business with the other party.

Mutual Non-Solicitation

Non-Solicitation of Employees. Subject to paragraph [PERMITTED HIRINGS], during the period starting on the Effective Date and ending [NON-SOLICITATION PERIOD TERM] after the termination or expiration of this agreement (the "Non-Solicitation Period"), neither party will directly or indirectly, on its own behalf or in the service or on behalf of others, in any capacity induce or attempt to induce any officer, director, or employee to leave the other party.

Permitted Hirings

Voluntary Contacts. Each party may employ the other party's officers, directors, or employees who contact the partyontheirown initiative without any direct or indirect solicitationor encouragement by the party.

Former Employees. Each party may employ any former officer, director, or employee of the other party whose employment with the other party has terminated.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. [PARTY B] may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose], except to the extent allowed under paragraphs [PERMITTED DISCLOSURE] and [REQUIRED DISCLOSURE].

if and to the extent that [PARTY A] consents in writing to such disclosure, or

to the [PARTY B]'s officers, directors, employees, Affiliates, or Representatives who

need to know the Confidential Information in connection with the Purpose,

have been informed ofthe confidentiality obligations of this agreement, and

agree comply with the confidentiality obligations of this agreement.

Required Disclosure. [PARTY B] may disclose Confidential Information if it is required to do so by Law but only if [PARTY B]

gives [PARTY A] Notice to allow it a reasonable opportunity to either seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy or waive the recipient's compliance with the confidentiality obligations,

reasonably cooperates with [PARTY A] in its reasonable efforts to obtain a protective order or other appropriate remedy,

discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that, having consulted with its counsel, it is legally required to disclose, and

uses reasonable efforts to obtain reliable written assurance from the third party that the Confidential Information will be kept confidential.

Standard of Care. In protecting the Confidential Information, [PARTY B] shall exercise at least the same degree of care as it uses with its own Confidential Information, but in no event less than reasonable care.

Burden of Proof. [PARTY B] will have the burden of proof relating to all exceptions to the definition of Confidential Information.

No Copies. [PARTY B] may not copy, record, or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information.

No Modification of Confidential Information. [PARTY B] will not copy, decompile, modify, reverse engineer, or create derivative works out of any Confidential Information without [PARTY A]'s written consent.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. A receiving party may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent allowed under paragraphs [PERMITTED DISCLOSURE] and [REQUIRED DISCLOSURE].

Permitted Disclosure. A receiving party may disclose Confidential Information to its Representatives

if and to the extent that the disclosing party consents in writing to such disclosure, or

to the receiving party's officers, directors, employees, Affiliates, or Representatives who

need to know the Confidential Information in connection with the Purpose,

have been informed ofthe confidentiality obligations of this agreement, and

agree comply with the confidentiality obligations of this agreement.

Required Disclosure. The receiving party may disclose Confidential Information if it is required to do so by Law but only if the receiving party

gives the disclosing party Notice to allow it a reasonable opportunity to either seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy or waive the recipient's compliance with the confidentiality obligations,

reasonably cooperates with the disclosing party in its reasonable efforts to obtain a protective order or other appropriate remedy,

discloses only that portion of the Confidential Information that, having consulted with its counsel, it is legally required to disclose, and

uses reasonable efforts to obtain reliable written assurance from the third party that the Confidential Information will be kept confidential.

Standard of Care. In protecting the Confidential Information, the receiving party shall exercise at least the same degree of care as it uses with its own Confidential Information, but in no event less than reasonable care.

Burden of Proof. The receiving party will have the burden of proof relating to all exceptions to the definition of Confidential Information.

No Copies. A receiving party may not copy, record, or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information.

No Modification of Confidential Information. The receiving party will not copy, decompile, modify, reverse engineer, or create derivative works out of any Confidential Information without the disclosing party's written consent.

Confidentiality Obligations. The parties shall continue to be bound by the terms of the non-disclosure agreement between the parties, dated [DATE] and attached to this agreement on [ATTACHMENT].

Non-Disclosure of Agreement. Neither party will disclose the terms or existence of this agreement to any third party, unless the other party gives written consent to the disclosure.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. A receiving party may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent

permitted by this agreement

the disclosing party consents to in writing, or

required by Law.

Notice. A receiving party shall notify the disclosing party if it

is required by Law to disclose any Confidential Information, or

learns of any unauthorized disclosure of Confidential Information.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality Obligation. The receiving party shall hold in confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the disclosing party to the receiving party.

Use Solely for Purpose. A receiving party may only use the Confidential Information according to the terms of this agreement[ and solely for the Purpose].

Non-Disclosure. [PARTY B] may not disclose Confidential Information, [the existence of this agreement, the Transaction, or the Purpose] to any third party, except to the extent

permitted by this agreement,

[PARTY A] consents to in writing, or

required by Law.

Notice. [PARTY B] shall notify [PARTY A] if it

is required by Law to disclose any Confidential Information, or

learns of any unauthorized disclosure of Confidential Information.

1. Consideration. [PARTY NAME] expressly acknowledges that the obligations of this Agreement are supported by good and adequate consideration.

1. Consideration. [PARTY NAME] acknowledges that the obligations of this Agreement are supported by the consideration provided under the [Severance Agreement].

Consideration. [PARTY B] hereby acknowledges that their obligations under this agreement are supported by and in consideration for the salary, benefits, and other amounts [PARTY A] is obligated to provide [PARTY B] under the Employment Agreement.

1. Consideration. In consideration of the commitments and obligations made by [PARTY NAME], [COMPANY NAME] agrees to pay to [PARTY NAME] a payment in the amount of [CASH CONSIDERATION AMOUNT][,payable in [NUMBER OF INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS] equal [PERIOD OF INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS] installments].

Termination for Cause. Upon Covered Entity's knowledge of a violation of a term of this Agreement by Business Associate, Covered Entity shall provide an opportunity for Business Associate to cure or end the violation. Covered Entity may terminate this Agreement if Business Associate does not cure or end the violation within the time specified by Covered Entity.

Term. This agreement will begin on the Effective Date and continue until the end of the [UNDERLYING AGREEMENT] (the "Term").

Extension of Time. If a court of competent jurisdiction determines that [PARTY B] has violated the non-competition obligations under this agreement, the Term will be extended by the number of days equal to the total number of days during which [PARTY B] was violating the non-competition obligations, rounded up to the nearest whole day.

Representations

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties according to its terms.

No Restrictions. [Except as disclosed in their respective disclosure schedule,] neither party is under any restriction or obligation that would affect the performance of their obligations under this agreement.

No Conflicts. [Except as disclosed in their respective disclosure schedule, ]Neither party's execution, delivery, and performance of this agreement will not result in its violation or breach of, or conflict with any

provision of its articles of incorporation or bylaws,

applicable Law or Order, or

other [Material Contract / agreement] it is a party to.

Mutual Representations

Existence. The parties are corporations incorporated and existing under the laws of the jurisdictions of their respective incorporation.

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have duly executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties in accordance with its terms.

No Conflicts. Neither party is under any restriction or obligation that may affect the performance of its obligations under this agreement.

Mutual Representations

Authority and Capacity. The parties have the authority and capacity to enter into this agreement.

Execution and Delivery. The parties have executed and delivered this agreement.

Enforceability. This agreement constitutes a legal, valid, and binding obligation, enforceable against the parties according to its terms.

No Conflicts. Neither party is under any restriction or obligation that may affect the performance of its obligations under this agreement.

Survival of RepresentationsEach party's representations made under this agreement will survive the expiration or termination of this agreement[ for a period of [REPRESENTATION SURVIVAL PERIOD] months].

1. Acknowledgements

1.1. Extent of [PARTY]'s Obligations. Except for the terms of section 3.2 (Permitted investments), [PARTY] 's obligations under this agreement extend to any actions carried out on his or her own behalf or on behalf of or in connection with any other Person, directly or indirectly, in any capacity and in any part of the Restricted Territory.

1.2. Reasonableness of Restrictions. [PARTY] acknowledges that the restrictions contained in this agreement are (a) fair and reasonable in scope and duration, (b) necessary to protect the Company's legitimate business interests, and (c) a material inducement to the Company to enter into [this agreement/TRANSACTION AGREEMENT]. Accordingly, [PARTY] waives all defences to the Company's strict enforcement of his or her obligations under this agreement.

1.3. Enforcement of Restrictions. If any restriction imposed under this agreement is in any jurisdiction held to be excessively broad, that restriction will be interpreted, in that jurisdiction, by limiting the particular term so as to be enforceable to the extent compatible with the applicable Law in that jurisdiction.

Reasonableness of Restrictions

[PARTY B]'s Acknowledgements. [PARTY B] hereby acknowledges that the restrictions contained in this agreement are

Equitable Relief. The parties acknowledge that if either party violates the specific obligations of this agreement, it could lead the other party to suffer irreparable harm, that is, harm for which monetary damages would be an inadequate remedy. Further, the parties acknowledge that if in order to obtain [TYPE OF EQUITABLE RELIEF REQUESTED] the injured party was required to prove irreparable harm, the delay needed to prove irreparable harm could increase the harm the injured party would suffer. Therefore, parties intend that if either party violates the specific obligations of this agreement, then for the purposes of determining whether to grant equitable relief any court should assume that that violation would cause injured party irreparable harm.

Equitable Relief

Acknowledgment of Irreparable Harm. The parties acknowledge that breach or threatened breach of any of the obligations in this agreement would result in irreparable harm to the non-breaching party that cannot be adequately relieved solely by monetary damages.

Intent to Allow for EquitableRemedies.Accordingly, the parties intend, and hereby agree that after such breach, the non-breaching party may request from a court any applicable equitable remedies, including injunctive relief, without the need to post any security.

Equitable Relief

Acknowledgment of Irreparable Harm. Each party acknowledges that their breach or threatened breach of their obligations under sections [CONFIDENTIALITY], [NON-COMPETITION], and [NON-SOLICITATION][INCLUDE OTHER SPECIFIC OBLIGATIONS] would result in irreparable harm to the other party that cannot be adequately relieved by money damages alone.

Intent to Allow for EquitableRemedies.Accordingly, the parties hereby acknowledge their mutual intent that after any breach of the obligations listed in the paragraph directly above, the non-breaching party may request any applicable equitable remedies from a court, including injunctive relief, without the need for that party to post any security.

General Provisions

Entire Agreement. The parties intend that this agreement, together with all attachments, schedules, exhibits, and other documents that both are referenced in this agreement and refer to this agreement,

represent the final expression of the parties' intent and agreement between the parties relating to the subject matter of this agreement,

contain all the terms the parties agreed to relating to the subject matter, and

replace all the parties' previous discussions, understandings, and agreements relating to the subject matter.

Counterparts. This agreement

may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original and all of which taken together form one single document, and

shall become effective when one or more counterparts have been signed by each of the parties and delivered to the other party.

Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts, each of which is an original and all of which taken together form one single document. Signatures delivered by email in PDF format or facsimile shall be effective.

Counterparts

Signed in Counterparts. This agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts.

All Counterparts Original. Each counterpart is an original.

Counterparts Form One Document. Together, all counterparts form one single document.

Provide Assurances On Notice. Each party, on receipt of notice from the other party, shall sign, or cause to be signed, all further documents, do, or cause to be done, all further acts, and provide all assurances as may reasonably be necessary or desirable to give effect to the terms of this agreement.

Amendment. [PARTY A] may amend the terms and conditions of this agreement at any time by reasonable notice, including without limitation by posting revised terms on its website at the URL [URL].

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed by the party against whom the amendment is to be enforced.

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed by [TITLE OR POSITION OF AUTHORIZED INDIVIDUAL] of each party.

Amendment

Before the Effective Time. Before the Effective Time, this agreement may be amended by either the Parent Board of Directors or Company Board of Directors.

After the Effective Time. After the Effective Time, this agreement may only be amended by the Parent Board of Directors or Company Board of Directors with the prior written approval by the Company Shareholders, if such approval is required by the [APPLICABLE STATUTE].

Method of Amendment. This agreement can be amended only by a written instrument signed on behalf of both parties.

Amendment. This agreement may be amended only by written consent of the Company and Stockhoolders of at least [66%] of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. Any consent will only be effective in the specific instance and purpose for which it was given and shall not constitute continuing consent.

Amendment.This agreement can be amended only by a writing signed by both parties.

Waiver

Affirmative Waivers. Neither party's failure or neglect to enforce any of rights under this agreement will be deemed to be a waiver of that party's rights.

Written Waivers. A waiver or extension is only effective if it is in writing and signed by the party granting it.

No General Waivers. A party's failure or neglect to enforce any of its rights under this agreement will not be deemed to be a waiver of that or any other of its rights.

No Course of Dealing. No single or partial exercise of any right or remedy will preclude any other or further exercise of any right or remedy.

Notices

Method of Notice. The parties shall give all notices and communications between the parties in writing by (i) personal delivery, (ii) a nationally-recognized, next-day courier service, (iii) first-class registered or certified mail, postage prepaid[, (iv) fax][ or (v) electronic mail] to the party's address specified in this agreement, or to the address that a party has notified to be that party's address for the purposes of this section.

Receipt of Notice. A notice given under this agreement will be effective on

the other party's receipt of it, or

if mailed, on the earlier of the other party's receipt of it and the [fifth] Business Day after mailing it.

Assignment

[PARTY B] Requires [PARTY A]'s Consent. [PARTY B] may not assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement without [PARTY A]'s written consent.

[PARTY A] May Give Notice to Assign. [PARTY A] may assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement, by giving [PARTY B] notice.

Assignment.[PARTY B] may not assign this agreement or any of its rights or obligations under this agreement without [PARTY A]'s prior written consent. [PARTY A] may assign this agreement or any of its rights and obligations under this agreement, effective upon Notice to [PARTY B],

to any subsidiary or affiliate, or

in connection with any sale, transfer, or other disposition of all or substantially all of its business or assets but only if the assignee assumes all of [PARTY A]'s obligations.

Assignment. Neither party may assign this agreement or any of their rights or obligations under this agreement without the other party's written consent.

Assignment and Successors

Assignment. Neither party may assign this agreement or any of their rights or obligations under this agreement without the prior written consent of the other party.

Successors. This agreement benefits and binds the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted assigns.

Binding Effect. This [agreement /plan] will benefit and bind the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and permitted assigns.

Governing Law.

Applicable Law. This agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive laws in force in:

the State of California, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in the United States, Canada, or Mexico; or

Japan, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in Japan, China, Korea, or other Southeast Asian country where all official languages are written in either an ideographic script (e.g., hanzi, kanji, or hanja), and/or other script based upon or similar in structure to an ideographic script, such as hangul or kana; or

England, if a license to the Software is purchased when you are in any jurisdiction not described above.

Jurisdiction. The respective courts of Santa Clara County, California when California law applies, Tokyo District Court in Japan, when Japanese law applies, and the competent courts of London, England, when the law of England applies, shall each have non-exclusive jurisdiction over all disputes relating to this agreement.

United Nations Convention on Contracts. This agreement will not be governed by the conflict of law rules of any jurisdiction or the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, the application of which is expressly excluded.

Governing Law and Consent to Jurisdiction and Venue

Governing Law. This agreement, and any dispute arising out of the [SUBJECT MATTER OF THE AGREEMENT], shall be governed by laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE].

Consent to Jurisdiction. Each party hereby irrevocably consents to the [exclusive, non-exclusive] jurisdiction and venue of any [state or federal] court located within [VENUE COUNTY] County, State of [VENUE STATE] in connection with any matter arising out of this [agreement / plan] or the transactions contemplated under this [agreement / plan].

Consent to Service. Each party hereby irrevocably

agrees that process may be served on it in any manner authorized by the Laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE] for such Persons, and

waives any objection which it might otherwise have to service of process under the Laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE].

Governing Law. This agreement shall be governed, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of [GOVERNING LAW STATE], without regard to its conflict of laws rules.

Waiver of Jury Trial. Each party hereby irrevocably waives its rights to trial by jury in any Action or proceeding arising out of this agreement or the transactions relating to its subject matter.

Severability. If any part of this [agreement /plan] is declared unenforceable or invalid, the remainder will continue to be valid and enforceable.

Attorney Fees. In the event of any action arising out of or relating to this agreement, [PARTY A] shall bear all expenses, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in connection with such action.

Attorney Fees. In the event of any action arising out of or relating to this agreement, each party shall bear its own expenses, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred in connection with such action.

Attorney Fees. If either party brings an Action to enforce their rights under this agreement, the prevailing party may recover its expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) incurred in connection with the Action and any appeal from the losing party.

Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. [PARTY B] acknowledges that it

has read this agreement,

understands its terms,

has had the opportunity to consult[ and has consulted] with independent legal counsel, and

has signed this agreement voluntarily.

Advice of Counsel. [PARTY A] has advised [PARTY B] to review this agreement with an attorney of its choosing before signing this agreement, and [PARTY B] has had a reasonable period of time to do so.

Acknowledgement of Terms. Each party acknowledges that they

have read this agreement,

understand the terms of this agreement,

have had the opportunity to consult[ and has consulted] with independent legal counsel in connection with this agreement, and

have signed this agreement voluntarily.

1. Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. Before signing this agreement, the [PARTY B]

(a) has been given[ a reasonable opportunity / the opportunity, for no less than [21] days,] to consider its terms,

(b) has carefully read and fully understands all its terms,

(c) has been advised by the [PARTY A], and has been given ample opportunity, to consult with an attorney of his or her choosing regarding this agreement, and

(d) knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms of this agreement, without any duress, coercion, or undue influence by the [PARTY A], its representatives, or any other Person, and agrees to be legally bound by those terms.

Acknowledgement of Contract Terms. Before signing this agreement, [PARTY B]

has been given[ a reasonable opportunity / the opportunity, for no less than [21] days,] to consider its terms,

has carefully read and fully understands all its terms,

has been advised by[PARTY A], and has been given ample opportunity, to consult with an attorney of his or her choosing regarding this agreement, and

knowingly and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms of this agreement, without any duress, coercion, or undue influence by [PARTY A], its representatives, or any other Person, and agrees to be legally bound by those terms.

Interpretation. Each party has had adequate opportunity to review this agreement. Any interpretation of this agreement shall be made without regard to authorship or negotiation.

Interpretation

References to Specific Terms

Accounting Principles. Unless otherwise specified, where the character or amount of any asset or liability, item of revenue, or expense is required to be determined, or any consolidation or other accounting computation is required to be made, that determination or calculation will be made in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles defined by the professional accounting industry in effect in the United States ("GAAP").

Currency. Unless otherwise specified, all dollar amounts expressed in this agreement refer to American currency.

"Including." Where this agreement uses the word "including," it means "including without limitation," and where it uses the word "includes," it means "includes without limitation."

"Knowledge." Where any representation, warranty, or other statement in this agreement, or in any other document entered into or delivered under this agreement,] is expressed by a party to be "to its knowledge," or is otherwise expressed to be limited in scope to facts or matters known to the party or of which the party is aware, it means:

the then-current, actual knowledge of the directors and officers of that party, and

the knowledge that would or should have come to the attention of any of them had they investigated the facts related to that statement and made reasonable inquiries of other individuals reasonably likely to have knowledge of facts related to that statement.

Statutes, etc. Unless specified otherwise, any reference in this agreement to a statute includes the rules, regulations, and policies made under that statute and any provision that amends, supplements, supersedes, or replaces that statute or those rules or policies.

Number and Gender. Unless the context requires otherwise, words importing the singular number include the plural and vice versa; words importing gender include all genders.

Headings. The headings used in this agreement and its division into sections, schedules, exhibits, appendices, and other subdivisions do not affect its interpretation.

Internal References. References in this agreement to sections and other subdivisions are to those parts of this agreement.

Calculation of Time. In this agreement, a period of days begins on the first day after the event that began the period and ends at 5:00 p.m. [TIME ZONE] Time on the last day of the period. If any period of time is to expire, or any action or event is to occur, on a day that is not a Business Day, the period expires, or the action or event is considered to occur, at 5:00 p.m. [TIME ZONE] Time on the next Business Day.

Construction of Terms. The parties have each participated in settling the terms of this agreement. Any rule of legal interpretation to the effect that any ambiguity is to be resolved against the drafting party will not apply in interpreting this agreement.

Conflict of Terms. If there is any inconsistency between the terms of this agreement and those in any schedule to this agreement or in any document entered into under this agreement, the terms of [this agreement/[SPECIFIED AGREEMENTS]] will prevail. The parties shall take all necessary steps to conform the inconsistent terms to the terms of [this agreement / [SPECIFIED AGREEMENTS].